Summary:
The 19116 zip code area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 high school, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals notable performance differences between the charter schools and traditional public schools in this area.
The Mathematics Science & Technology Community Charter School and Philadelphia Academy Charter School consistently outperform the district and state averages on PSSA and Keystone Exam proficiency rates, indicating strong academic achievement. In contrast, the traditional public high school, Washington George High School, has significantly lower proficiency rates compared to state and district averages.
Socioeconomic factors appear to play a role, as the traditional public elementary schools, Loesche William High School and Comly Watson School, have 100% of their students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, while the charter schools have a lower percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients. Despite spending less per student, the charter schools are achieving better academic outcomes, suggesting that factors beyond just funding, such as school management and teaching practices, may be more influential in driving student success.
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